TikTok Shop

The end of the de minimis import duty exemption has dealt a heavy blow to Chinese vendors.

Thailand will soon host TikTok’s newest data center, reinforcing the platform’s Southeast Asian stronghold.

TikTok’s struggles set a precedent for Chinese cross-border platforms like Temu and Shein as global markets fracture.

TikTok’s saga comes full circle as Donald Trump steps in to restore the platform, but the consequences linger.

For cross-border sellers targeting Southeast Asia, few platforms can rival the ecosystem and expertise TikTok Shop offers.

The platform proved its e-commerce mettle during the festive period but risks hitting a roadblock from looming regulatory challenges.

Lazada’s first profit milestone hints at Alibaba’s USD 7.7 billion investment bearing fruit, but intense competition leaves a long road ahead.

With GMV skyrocketing to USD 16.3 billion in 2023, TikTok Shop is shaking up Southeast Asia’s e-commerce market, giving Shopee and Lazada a run for their money.